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House of Torment
The longstanding and beloved Halloween attraction is back after a year off due to the pandemic, and it's better than ever. A variety of fun activities await beyond haunted house tours: a mini escape game, the Torment Tavern, and axe-throwing complement the scary thrills.Daily through Oct. 31; Fri.-Sat., Nov. 5-13. $19.99 and up. -
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Life in Post-Emancipation Texas
Join professor and archaeologist Dr. Maria Franklin for a talk about her work and discoveries at several sites around Texas that shed light on the Jim Crow era. Presented in conjunction with the exhibit "Black Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow," on view through Nov. 28.Thu., Oct. 21, noon. Free.The Bullock Museum online -
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SAFE and Sound
Tameca Jones, Drew Davis, and other local musicians play to benefit the SAFE Alliance, a nonprofit serving survivors of sexual assault and exploitation, child abuse, and domestic violence.Thu., Oct. 21, 7:30pm. $25, GA; $50, VIP.
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"Get Paid To Talk" Webinar
Get a realistic behind-the-scenes intro to the field of voiceover work.Thu., Oct. 21, 6:30pm. $15-30.Online -
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AHS Paws and Pours
Grab a passport and find your purr-fect pour as you taste your way around town at participating venues offering wine, free flights, and other paw-some specials with proceeds going to Austin Humane Society.Oct. 1-31. $40.Multiple locations -
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Austin Veteran Arts Festival
A completely virtual event this year on their ROKU channel: Veteran’s Arts & Wellness Network. The two-hour opening special (Oct. 16, 6pm) will preview this year's featured veteran art, and daily exhibitions include bands, comedians, plays, fine arts, and much more, running through Nov. 14.Oct. 16-Nov. 14. Free.Virtual -
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BSC Reopening Business Safely Global Forum
Business is not as usual. This is a safe place to talk about business concerns, share ideas, and hear from weekly business expert guests.Thursdays, 12-1pm. Through Dec. 16. Free.Online -
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Document Shredding at Frost
If you have a pile of papers waiting for the shredder, bring them down to Frost for a free shredding event provided by Shred-It, and grab a treat while you're having your privacy protected.Thu., Oct. 21, 9am-noon. Free.Frost Bank, 231 N. Guadalupe St., San Marcos -
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ECF Wellness and Safety Series
Elite Community Foundation offers a series of free workshops on topics including hypertension, coping with grief, yoga, and personal safety. Narcan training sessions (Oct. 28 & Nov. 4) include Narcan kits, which can be used in an opioid overdose emergency.Select Tuesdays & Thursdays through Dec. 2. Free.Online via Zoom -
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Escape the Box
Take a journey through time exploring the hidden clues of Austin with Escape the Box, an outdoor guided tour, scavenger hunt, and escape game all in one! It entertains groups of 2-6 at $75 per group. The box features a number of puzzles and clues that can all be found in wonderful Austin neighborhoods along with discounts to participating businesses.Ongoing; see website for scheduled pickup times. $75. -
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Hearth & Soul Wedding Expo
Meet some of the best wedding vendors in Austin offering styling, photography, food, and more.Thu., Oct. 21, 4-7pm. Free.Hearth & Soul, 2727 Exposition -
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Immersive Guided Meditation Series
A cinematic and immersive guided meditation series to activate more alignment, gratitude, peace and radiant inspiration in all aspects of your lifeThursdays, 6pm. $22. -
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McDonald's Hiring Event
Swing by any Austin location to apply in person or online at careers.mcdonalds.com.Tue.-Thu., Oct. 29-21Austin-area McDonald's -
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Men's Group
Join a group of healthy, ambitious, accountable, and sovereign men working toward healing the inner self.Thursdays, 7pm. $22. -
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NFL at the Cavalier
The Cavalier is your fave non-sports bar to watch sports. There's plenty of TVs, it's dog-friendly, parking is free, and there's $5 frozens and burgs during the game.Thursdays & Sundays. Free. -
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PechaKucha Night Austin #35
Architects, artists, musician, performers, idea activists, and designers meet to showcase their work in a very unique, high-energy format.Thu., Oct. 21, 7:20pm. $5 suggested donation. -
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Riverbat Paddle Battle
This kayak race on Lady Bird Lake supports the Austin Community College Foundation, and due to COVID-19 has shifted to a virtual format for everyone's health and safety. This means you can paddle at your own pace and time it yourself, then submit your time by Oct. 25 for a chance to win a prize pack. There are three course options: 1-mile novice, 2-mile intermediate, and a 500-yard for kids. Registration for the race gets you a rowing pass valid for six months, a T-shirt, and a swag bag, and it benefits ACC.Sept. 25-Oct. 25. $25-45. -
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Rooftop Session at the Contemporary
Enjoy music, complimentary drinks, art, and camaraderie on the rooftop overlooking the city, and check out "Daniel Johnston: I Live My Broken Dreams" and "Crit Group Reunion."Thu., Oct. 21, 6:30pm. Free.Jones Center, 700 Congress -
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Support Group for Military Women
Join in on Zoom for free support for women who are currently active duty or veterans. Call or email to register.Tuesdays, 10-11am; Thursdays, 6-7pm. Free.Virtual -
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Trivia With Get It Gals
"Best of Austin" winners Get It Gals are back with tons of trivia nights planned for y'all, with several based on TV programs you may have binged over the last year for some reason. Stay tuned on their socials because they are all over the place.OngoingVarious locations -
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Volunteer Days at ACR
Organized types will have fun volunteering to help Austin Creative Reuse sort through donated items, roll fabric, and detangle yarn. Registration required.Tuesdays & Thursdays
